Dog Walking in University City, San Diego
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1. Cynthia C.
“Cynthia was great! She was timely and appreciate her flexibility in doing a meet and greet prior to the first service. Finn had a great time!”
2. Kat B.
“Kat was wonderful! She sent loads of pictures and videos of every walk. She also extended a walk for us on short notice which was so amazing! Would definitely use her again!”
3. Julie G.
“I have known Julie for years now. Not only is she very caring towards others, but very caring towards pets. I see her love for all animals. She isn’t only very kind and loving towards her own, but to all pets and animals she meets. I knew she was an animal lover when she met my pets. I could tell she made my pets feel safe and comfortable. It takes a very special person to be trusted by pets and I believe she is that person. She will do an amazing job with any and all pets”
4. Dara F.
“My first time using rover and Dara did not disappoint! I was trying to find boarding for my strong walking Lab. Ive had problems in the past boarding with kennel cough and paying excessive boarding fees. Dara was able to come by my parent’s house twice a day to feed and walk my dog Layla. Along with take pictures and the route walked provided via the app. I was thoroughly satisfied with this service while I was out of town. I was able to leave town with peace of mind that my pet was taken care of and would recommend Dara as a pet sitter and walker.”
5. Rhea L.
“Amazing experience with Rhea!! Very professional and responsive! I have a super busy schedule and she was very flexible with all of my pets needs. Would highly recommend her to anyone in need of a walker or sitter.”
6. Tina H.
“Tina has been super helpful and reliable with walking my dog multiple days per week. She’s great at communicating and leaves detailed updates. She’s also able to handle my dog’s quirks even though he can sometimes be difficult on walks. I feel comfortable knowing that he’s getting good care I and I don’t have to worry when Tina is coming over.”
7. Minea B.
“I have three cats: Kalimera, the youngest and playful 1 year old, Neru, a shy adult cat, and Malaka, who is 16 years old. Minea has been taking care of them for the past few months, and she’s been fantastic! She’s adapted to their individual needs, from providing different food and special care for my senior cat to playing with the energetic kitten. I would 100% recommend her services!”
8. Elena B.
“Elena looked after our dog for 4 days, and we were impressed. She ensured our dog had all his walks, meals, and playtime, and even stayed overnight to keep him company. Elena also handled our dog’s medication without any issues and sent daily updates and pictures, which helped us relax while we were away. We came back to a happy, well-cared-for dog and a tidy home. I highly recommend Elena to anyone needing a trustworthy and caring sitter!”
9. Jim S.
“Jim is an excellent dog walker. He shows up on time, follows instructions and cares about my dogs.”
10. Maria Camila R.
“Great communication and very friendly with our pup. We would highly recommend Maria.”
11. Leila S.
“Leila is wonderful. She is responsible, kind and our dog loves her. He is so excited to go on walks and even sprints with Leila. She treats him like her own and has excellent communication skills.”
12. Caitlyn C.
“Caitlyn took amazing care of our dog for three days—she walked, watched, and even bathed him! Our pup came home happy, clean, and well-loved. Highly recommend!”
13. Kyle F.
“Kyle is amazing with my dog, Rio. I’ve booked a couple of dog walkers before and Rio has never shown the excitement or enthusiasm that he shows for Kyle. I highly recommend Kyle because he’s always on time, never cancels, and is very responsive. He’s also reliable, dependable, and trustworthy. I highly recommend him.”
14. Madison B.
“Hello! I am Madi’s sister, I assure you she is the most responsible and loving person I know! We grew up with many animals and she has always been great with them and their care. She is trustworthy and all in all a great person to walk your animals and give them proper affection and exercise. A true pet lover.”
15. Madison S.
“Madison is a responsible, trustworthy young woman! She loves pets and is a great communicator and flexible when it comes to scheduling. She's the best :)”
16. Allison M.
“Alison took great care of our reactive pup, implementing our tricks for distracting her from other dogs and being super communicative. We’ll definitely hire her again. Thank you Alison!”
17. Bridget D.
“Kind, prompt, thorough and timely. I really appreciate Bridget’s communication & reliability.”
18. Yue M.
“Yue is fantastic. So gentle, caring and kind with our older dog.”
19. Faith D.
“Faith is an awesome dog walker!!! She is very responsive and is always on time. She takes good care of my little French Bulldog. If you are looking for a reliable, positive and professional dog walker, she is your best pick.”
20. Hoi yiu L.
“Hoi went above and beyond in caring for my 14-year-old lab, who requires a lot of extra attention, patience, and specialized care. From administering medication to ensuring my senior dog was comfortable and safe, he handled every detail with such compassion. There are alot of extra details with an older dog, from diapers to assisting her with walking, and its rare to find someone who truly understands the needs of an aging dog. He exceeded all expectations. Not only did my older dog feel at ease, but he also gave our energetic 4-year-old lab mix the exercise and playtime he needed. We re beyond grateful for his exceptional care and highly recommend him!”
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It doesn’t happen often, but if your dog walker has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new walker.
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Doggy Walking FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Dog walkers on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a dog walker in University City on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $20 per walk, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A dog walker’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your dog’s needs.
As of Jul 2024, there are 7,704 dog walkers in University City. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect dog walker near you. As a reminder, dog walkers joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple dog walkers about your booking. Typically, 86% of University City dog walkers respond in under an hour.
Dog walkers in University City have an average of 14 years of experience. Dog walkers with repeat customers have an average of 3 repeat clients. Experience can vary from dog walker to dog walker, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare dog walkers in University City.
You can’t always predict a super busy day at work, but you can anticipate your dog’s needs. Instead of rushing home at lunch, book a dog walker to give your dog a 30- or 60-minute dog walk. Your dog walker can stop by as many times as you need—on whatever days you need them. With the Rover app, get a comprehensive Rover Card from your dog walker that includes:
- Start and stop times
- A map of their walk with total distance
- Pee, poo, food, and water breaks
- Cute photos and a personalized note
There are 7,704 dog walkers in University City on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In University City, 91% have experience with senior dogs and dogs with special needs. We know each dog is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect dog walker near you. As a reminder, all dog walkers on Rover have been background checked for you and your dog’s safety.
Yes! Dog walkers joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your dog walker through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your dog walker has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your dog is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your dog walker requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your dog walking service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your dog walker’s cancellation policy.
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